Denarius - Hadrian P M TR P COS III; Roma
| Silver | 3.2 g | 18.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Hadrian (Publius Aelius Hadrianus) (117-138) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 121-123 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.2 g |
| Diameter | 18.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#255152 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Roma, wearing Amazon-style short tunic, standing left, holding Victory and spear.
Script: Latin
Lettering: P M TR P COS III
Translation:
Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate, Consul Tertium.
High priest, holder of tribunician power, consul for the third time.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The Denarius - Hadrian (P M TR P COS III; Roma) coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Hadrian (117-138 AD), who was known for his extensive travels throughout the Roman Empire. In fact, Hadrian's travels were so extensive that he was away from Rome for extended periods of time, which led to the minting of coins in various provinces and cities across the empire. The Denarius - Hadrian (P M TR P COS III; Roma) coin was one such coin that was minted in Rome during Hadrian's reign, and it features an image of the emperor on one side and the goddess Roma on the other.